‘India Cha Raja!’ Rohit Sharma gets thunderous welcome in Mumbai after Champions Trophy win – WATCH | Cricket News

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NEW DELHI: Head coach Gautam Gambhir arrived in Delhi, whereas skipper Rohit Sharma landed in Mumbai as members of the Champions Trophy-winning Indian staff returned residence through totally different routes from Dubai on Monday.
Rohit reached Mumbai round 8 PM, accompanied by his spouse, who had been in Dubai supporting him throughout the last.

Gambhir touched down in New Delhi round 7 PM, the place he was welcomed by officers earlier than being escorted to his vacation spot. The 2025 Champions Trophy victory in Dubai marked Gambhir’s first main title as India’s head coach since taking cost in July final 12 months.
Other gamers additionally departed from Dubai, with some, sources revealed, choosing temporary holidays overseas earlier than returning to India to start preparations for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

India made historical past by turning into the primary staff to win three Champions Trophy titles, securing their newest triumph with a 4-wicket victory over New Zealand in the ultimate on the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Unlike previous celebrations, the staff’s return was a low-key affair, with no grand welcome deliberate. Upon their arrival in India, gamers will be part of their respective IPL franchises to gear up for the brand new season, which kicks off on March 22. Some groups, together with Mumbai Indians, have already begun their pre-season preparations.